What did you do during your free time?
Amy: Explored, did LOTS of walking, shopping, eating, talking to
people, learning the language, skyping with family and friends.

What were your favorite and least favorite
things to do while abroad?
Amy: Favorite: traveling. Least favorite: studying.

Was communicating easy?
Amy: Yes. I learned Italian but I would not consider
myself fluent yet.

What difference did you find with regards to
academics?
Amy: The language barrier between you and your professors, the
grading systems, classroom rules.

What advice would you give to other students
traveling abroad?
Amy: Travel as much as possible, talk to as many new faces as
you can, learn a new language, embrace the culture and differences.

How would you summarize your overall
experience?
Amy: My experience was one in a million. I had the time of
my life and would recommend any study abroad opportunity to anyone
who has the chance to go. The best part for me was getting the
chance to travel to so many different countries and cities, and
indulge in so many new cultures and languages. The friends I
have made along my journey will stay with me forever, whether they
were from America or a different country. Staying in touch
today is so easy with email and social networking websites.
After getting adjusted to the culture, the thrill of just being able
to walk outside and know where you are going and being able to
communicate with the people is awesome. Time during my study
abroad months flew by so fast, I wish I could go back in time.
One day I hope to have another opportunity as amazing as this.